Rita, my heart goes out to you. I did not realize that you and Bobby were married almost the same amount of time as I was to my wife of 42 years, Barbara, who passed last March. I know that she loved visiting with you and Bobby at the Estate sales. That was her primary reason for going. As you know she was a great people person as was Bobby. When you were working here at Corrections, I had to give her daily "Rita" reports when I got home.

As I told you on the phone yesterday, I have found that the best way with copping with the loss of a loved one is to keep active with your family and friends and keep busy. The grief never actually leaves you, but over time it becomes less of a burden. Love Jerry,